2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2007 Saturn Aura is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Because 2000 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Aura. 2007 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Falcon | Aura |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
